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HB540

Carrying firearms in restricted locations; exception.

Status:
In House

Latest Action: Jan. 22, 2026
House: Subcommittee recommends passing by indefinitely (7-Y 3-N)

Chief Patron:
Karen Hamilton (R)

Session:
2026 Regular Session

Summary

As Introduced. Carrying firearms in restricted locations; exception.

Provides that the prohibition on carrying a firearm in certain restricted locations does not apply to any woman who is a current victim of family abuse and has an active protective order against a family or household member.
  • Bill History

  • 01/13/2026 - House: Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26102669D
  • 01/13/2026 - House: Referred to Committee on Public Safety
  • 01/20/2026 - House: Assigned HMPPS sub: Firearms
  • 01/20/2026 - House: Placed on Public Safety Agenda
  • 01/22/2026 - House: Subcommittee recommends passing by indefinitely (7-Y 3-N)

Full text and vote history:

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